US Bridges

Kam HWY over Hoolapa Strm-Nanahu

Good

Honolulu County, Hawaii · 0.09MI W.Rca Com Ctr · Structure no. 003000830301358

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 2020
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,800
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kam HWY over Hoolapa Strm-Nanahu is a concrete slab carrying Kam HWY over Hoolapa Strm-Nanahu in Honolulu County, Hawaii. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 94 years old, older than the Hawaii average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,800 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13,750 by 2036. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 km).

CarriesKam HWY
CrossesHoolapa Strm-Nanahu
Location0.09MI W.Rca Com Ctr
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateHawaii
Coordinates21.69333, -157.97806
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating81.8 US tons
Inventory rating63.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,800 (2012)
Projected traffic13,750 by 2036
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed72.1 mi (116 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Kam HWY over Hoolapa Strm-Nanahu built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.

What condition is Kam HWY over Hoolapa Strm-Nanahu in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Kam HWY over Hoolapa Strm-Nanahu carry?

About 7,800 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Kam HWY over Hoolapa Strm-Nanahu?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Kam HWY over Hoolapa Strm-Nanahu?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.